A tragic incident has thrown the Nyabunkaka community of Jalingo, Taraba State, into mourning after a man allegedly took the life of his brother’s eldest child and disposed of the body near a river bank.
Residents say the shocking event occurred earlier this week, leaving families and neighbours deeply distressed. Community members who discovered the child’s body reportedly alerted local authorities, prompting an immediate police response.
Although details surrounding the circumstances of the incident remain unclear, eyewitnesses described the situation as “devastating and bewildering,” noting that the suspect fled the scene shortly after the act.
Spokesperson for the Taraba State Police Command is yet to release an official statement, but security operatives have confirmed that an investigation has begun and efforts are underway to apprehend the suspect.
Community leaders have called for calm, urging residents to cooperate with investigators as authorities work to uncover the motive behind the tragic act.
The child’s remains have been taken into custody by relevant authorities as part of the ongoing investigation.
More updates are expected as the police provide further information.
